Chapter 746 My Mother Didn’t Die
Upon waking up, Catherine felt aches all over her body, even more intense than the soreness from carrying a 100- pound load for six miles.
What was supposed to be a simple hair wash turned into something ambiguous as the water temperature rose, and their desire escalated, leading to a natural sex.
Catherine rested for a while. She was about to get up when Branden pushed the door open, carrying food in his hands.
Seeing the array of food, Catherine couldn’t help but smile in resignation. Since she had known Branden, her stomach troubles seemed to have miraculously disappeared, never bothering her again. Branden was always there, never forgetting to satisfy her stomach.
Branden set down what he was carrying and looked at Catherine with a gentle smile, his voice so indulgent as he said, “Freshen up and have something to eat. Then, you can do whatever you like.
Catherine nodded in agreement with Branden’s proposal.
The competition ended, and the Styre Team won the championship. Marshall said the school had promised them a three-day holiday in Alton, where they could go wherever they wanted before returning together.
Catherine had no interest in the victory banquet, and knowing her personality, Marshall helped her avoid it. Over the next three days, Catherine could finally take a good rest.
Branden also put his work on hold, ready to accompany Catherine for the next three days. She was held in his arms, savoring the food he had prepared for her.
Given more time, Catherine decided to attend to her affairs. “You still haven’t told me your purpose in contacting the Hacker Alliance?” she asked. She hadn’t forgotten the agreement she made with Branden before the competition. He had promised to tell her once the competition was over.
Branden tightened his grip on her waist slightly. He had promised not to hide anything from her if she wanted to know. And he would keep that promise forever. “Do you know my mother?” he asked.
Catherine nodded slightly. In Casier, everybody knew there was such a big shot from the Duncans.
Branden’s mother also came from a prestigious family, with a background comparable to the Duncans, and she was incredibly beautiful, earning the title of Casier’s number one beauty.
This fact was evident in Branden’s features. He didn’t resemble his father much. Instead, he inherited his mother’s beautiful and captivating appearance.
However, Branden’s parents were not together out of love. Their union was mainly due to the commercial needs of their families. This led to a strained relationship between Branden’s mother and father, causing her to be melancholic at a young age.
Catherine knew that Branden wouldn’t bring up his mother without a reason. ” I heard your mother was very beautiful, ” she said.
“Yeah,” Branden replied lightly, and in his expression, Catherine saw a rare hint of vulnerability and tenderness.
In Branden’s memory, his mother was indeed very beautiful. Despite the frequent arguments between his parents in front of Branden, his mother was always gentle and soft-spoken.
“My mother didn’t die,” Branden said.
Hearing this, Catherine was somewhat shocked. “Are you seeking information about your mother through the Hacker Alliance?” she asked.
“Yeah.” Branden’s eyes showed a hint of pain as he gradually recalled the past. When his father had an affair and was caught by his mother, his mother fell into extreme distress. A few years later, his mother passed away from illness. This was the story the Duncans and Branden’s grandfather had agreed to tell the public, but in reality, his mother had died by suicide.
For many years, Branden had believed this was true, until a few years ago when he accidentally discovered letters left by his grandfather, revealing that his mother had not actually died. Her death was just a facade, all part of a scheme. Before marrying into the Duncans, his mother had a first love who had given up on her due to the strong opposition from his family. Many years later, they unexpectedly met again, and upon learning about his mother’s situation, that man orchestrated a play, allowing her to escape her troubles.
In Branden’s arms, Catherine could feel his emotional turmoil. “Do you want to see her again?”
Perhaps Branden wouldn’t disrupt his mother’s life. Just seeing her again and confirming her safety would be enough for him. Branden knew Catherine would understand, and indeed, his speculation was correct. “I’ve investigated, and the people who took my mother were seen in Florona,” he said.
Branden’s words made Catherine understand why he insisted on having the chief of the Hacker Alliance personally involved.
Florona was a place that couldn’t be found on the world map, a small country that caused headaches for many major countries. It was a haven for criminals and a place for people to hide from their enemies. Once inside, one would be protected, but the conditions were strict. One had to become a citizen, and one could never leave without permission. Violating this rule would result in being hunted down and killed, no matter where in the world one might be. It was extremely difficult for other countries to intervene.
Due to its unique geographical location, the outside world had no way of entering Florona without the chief’s consent, let alone leaving alive. Over the years, only one person had successfully gotten into Florona and left unscathed, and that person hadn’t even joined Florona. That person was the chief of the Hacker Alliance, Catherine, and she remained the only one to achieve this feat.
Catherine set down her spoon and leaned gently into Branden’s arms. ” Don’t worry. You’ll get what you want,” she assured him. She had no intention of revealing her identity as the chief of the Hacker Alliance to Branden. If he knew, he would never allow her to take such risks. The place was dangerous, but since she had managed to go there once and return safely, she was certain she could find a way to do it again. She just couldn’t let him know about it.
In the afternoon, Branden went out to handle some business while Catherine went downstairs to join her group of friends to play games. When Wantel, who was talking to Zobber over the phone, found out that they were all with Catherine, he became jealous and started complaining. “Why do all of you get to be with Catherine while I have to be alone at home? I’m also in Alton! This is unfair!”
Zobber engaged in a heated argument with Wantel.
Upon hearing Wantel’s complaint, Catherine told Zobber, “Let him come over. I need to discuss something with him.”
In fact, there was no need for Zobber to relay the message. Upon hearing Catherine’s voice, Wantel eagerly prepared himself and said, “No problem, Catherine. I’ll be right there!”
In just twenty minutes, Wantel had traveled from the west side of a city to the east, arriving at the hotel where Catherine and the others were staying.
“Guys, here I am!” Wantel arrived with a large amount of food in an attempt to please everyone. As long as Catherine was around, Wantel behaved like a normal person. However, when Catherine was not present, Wantel turned into a cold, unapproachable person who suffered from agoraphobia, refusing to leave his house.
Seeing him set down the food, Catherine beckoned to him. “I need to talk to you.”
“Alright,” Wantel said, scurrying off under the disdainful gazes of the others.
